Sam Jefferson reviews the latest bunkside reads, classic books and sailing novels - and his favourite sailing podcast!

Many cruising sailors can’t think of anything worse than charging round the cans, but it can make you a far better cruising sailor, says Nigel Lloyd

As a committed cruiser of 30 years, I often wondered what the point of yacht racing was. There seemed to …Continue reading »

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Ropes, sails, and safety... Ben Lowings put the best sailing knives to the test to see which ones you can really rely on when it matters most.

Understanding how ropes are made and used for running rigging will help you knot, splice and care for them better

To master the practical aspects of knotting and ropework, it is important to learn a little about the materials, tools …Continue reading »

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Spend any time afloat and you soon realise that the sea presents itself in many different moods - and colour is an important aspect of this as Jess explains.

Clive Loughlin demonstrates why passage planning is important, and how technology can actually slow you down.

This winter, on 26th December 2025, the crews of the Sydney-Hobart race set off and made history... Sam Jefferson reports.

Pete Goss was enchanted by the Isles of Scilly, but deliberately going aground still feels unnatural, so he’s outlined how he does it...

With life pulled in too many directions we’ve come to the conclusion that any window of opportunity must be buttered …Continue reading »

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The winter months are a time for dealing with maintenance issues. That applies on a huge scale when dealing with a Greek charter fleet as Sail Ionian’s Tom Fletcher explains.

What sort of boat do you design for arguably the most demanding ocean race on earth? Ask Nigel Irens, who was tasked with designing a new generation of yachts to take part in the Clipper Race.

Dylan Fletcher has been on a journey since he put the Kiwis to the sword in the Tokyo Olympics. He is currently riding on the crest of a wave.

Discover the Med by flotilla, where expert led crews, award-winning yachts and curated routes turn every harbour into something to look forward to. Don’t miss Sunsail’s Free Day Offer.

If you are looking to expand your charter holiday destination repertoire, why not consider North America for your next sailing adventure, writes Sue Pelling?

Every month Yachting Monthly's resident skills expert, Rachael Sprot answers a reader's question. This month, what lifejackets should you have for offshore cruising

Father and daughter Richard and Lisa have recently bought a Sigma 33 to be kept on the east coast for …Continue reading »

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We hear from some of the British cruisers who, having crossed the Atlantic with ARC+, have some stories to tell of the challenges they faced.

Sam Jefferson takes a big cat from South Africa out for a spin and discovers a beast that has been thoroughly tamed.

Learning the hard way is sometimes the best way says Paul as he recalls his early sailing experiences!

The seemingly endless British summer helped ease the transition into autumn, but with winter’s harsh grip soon to arrive, now is the perfect time to plan your great escape – why not sign up for a Caribbean charter holiday, says Sue Pelling?

Society and sailing have both changed dramatically in 60 years. We explore how new tech and yacht design influence our approach to cruising

Bob Dylan’s ageless song was released at about the same time as I started sailing yachts. Its aim was to …Continue reading »

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